Sesame Asparagus

Extremely low in calories and fat, top crunchy, deliciously created vegetable side dish!

Ingredients

• 1 pound fresh asparagus spears, trimmed
• 2 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
• 1/4 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
• Sesame seeds, toasted

Instruction

1. In a covered large saucepan, cook asparagus in boiling water for 1 minute. Using tongs, transfer asparagus to a large bowl of ice water. Let stand for 2 minutes. Drain well and pat dry with paper towels. Place asparagus in a large resealable plastic bag.
2. In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce and sesame oil; pour over asparagus. Seal bag. Chill for 1 to 4 hours. Drain, discarding soy sauce mixture. To serve, sprinkle asparagus with sesame seeds.